Absolute Wonder Woman has been competing heavily with Absolute Batman for what the best Absolute Universe series is. With each passing issue Absolute Wonder Woman has made a strong argument for having that claim. The most recent story arc did a great job at showing Wonder Woman’s ability to overcome whatever is thrown her way. At the same time, we saw some major, game-changing developments with how the previous issue ended. Let’s see where Absolute Wonder Woman #13 picks up after a hot story arc.
CREATIVE TEAM
Writer: Kelly Thompson
Artist: Matias Bergara
Colorist: Jordie Bellaire
Letterer: Becca Carey
ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #13 SOLICITATION
“As Diana learns more of the myth of the Amazons from Barbara in Gateway City, a series of violent supernatural events begins occurring one after another, drawing Diana all over the globe to fight. Noticing a pattern, Diana enlists Etta to help her crack the mystery of why these events are happening in these places and how to stop them. The answer? Too personal to imagine.” – DC Comics
HIGHLIGHTS OF ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #13
Creation of Absolute Modern Mythology
Kelly Thompson continues to do an amazing job at utilizing classic Wonder Woman elements to craft the mythology seen in this series. How the mythology is being used all fits to reflect what the Absolute Universe is as a whole. There is almost this twisted vibe with the way everything is presented. That includes the storybook method of storytelling at certain points in Absolute Wonder Woman #13.
Art Style Matching Vibe of the Story
Matias Bergara artwork in Absolute Wonder Woman #13 is a great example of the art style fitting the story. The artwork gives this comic book a look and feels like experiencing a fairy tale but with an Absolute Universe take to it. This leads to the moments of power from things Wonder Woman either discovers or action she gets in the middle of having a great sense of power. It is very distinct that it helps to further separate this series from most other DC Comics’ titles on the market right now.
Wonder Woman’s Ability to Get Back Up
A running theme in all of the Absolute Universe comic books since starting is testing how the breaking point of all the heroes. With Wonder Woman we continue to see she is getting back up in the ways we expect the traditional superhero to get back up. This is even more standout part of her character compared to how things are going for Absolute Batman and Superman. And even as the temptations to cross the line get harder to ignore or power through Wonder Woman sticking to her core character is part of what makes this series so intriguing to follow.
Supporting Cast Importance to Grounding Diana Prince
As all the Absolute Universe heroes continue to have their breaking points tested, the supporting cast becomes even more important. Specifically, the way Wonder Woman interacts with Steve Trevor, Etta Candy, and others is something you pay attention to. We see how they are grounding Diana when she is still getting used to the world around her while being constantly tested. There are moments in Wonder Woman’s dialogue as the weight of her words hit differently with each scene transition. That is where we really see how Thompson and Bergara chemistry as the creative team really shine.
WHAT DIDN’T WORK IN ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #13
Nothing!
FINAL THOUGHTS
Absolute Wonder Woman #13 is yet another amazing issue in what is one of DC Comics standout comic book series. Kelly Thompson and Matias Bergara strong creative chemistry really shined with the weight they gave to every scene. With the number of transitions there were that’s saying a lot. It all comes together for a beautiful comic book that tests Wonder Woman’s character and showcases the chemistry she has with her supporting cast.
Story Rating: 9 Night Girls out of 10
Art Rating: 9 Night Girls out of 10
Overall Rating: 9 Night Girls out of 10
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